My AT-LP120 unfortunately developed a fault, so has been sent back for a refund. Fortunately I have a bit of extra cash to spend now, so can get a bit more of an expensive set-up.
With the AT-LP120 I used the built in phono pre-amp, which worked well as it plugged straight into my Marshall Stanmore active speaker.
Looking at turntables similar to the AT-LP120, I can get the following:
- Audio Technica AT-LP5 (£329)
- Sony PS-HX500 (£275)
If I was to get the Sony PS-HX500, I would have plenty left over to upgrade the cartridge. However, I am struggling to find information online on what cartridge it currently has - making upgrade choices difficult. I wouldn't be using the USB / ripping functionality, so not sure if the above two options are the right choices either.
Alternatively I can get a turntable and a seperate phono pre-amp, which opens up my options greatly.
I have a total budget of £350. What would you recommend I do? Any recommendations on what products I should be looking at with this budget?
I'm very open to any suggestions, it just needs to work with my Marshall Stanmore speaker.
Thanks in advance for any help
With the AT-LP120 I used the built in phono pre-amp, which worked well as it plugged straight into my Marshall Stanmore active speaker.
Looking at turntables similar to the AT-LP120, I can get the following:
- Audio Technica AT-LP5 (£329)
- Sony PS-HX500 (£275)
If I was to get the Sony PS-HX500, I would have plenty left over to upgrade the cartridge. However, I am struggling to find information online on what cartridge it currently has - making upgrade choices difficult. I wouldn't be using the USB / ripping functionality, so not sure if the above two options are the right choices either.
Alternatively I can get a turntable and a seperate phono pre-amp, which opens up my options greatly.
I have a total budget of £350. What would you recommend I do? Any recommendations on what products I should be looking at with this budget?
I'm very open to any suggestions, it just needs to work with my Marshall Stanmore speaker.
Thanks in advance for any help